Boss in BNE

[bossreggie]

Hi there.

Just wondering if anyone is going to be around in BNE on Sunday, and would like to catch up for a wee drink or 2. (or more)

I arrive around 11.00am and will be staying at the Hilton in town.

Departing Monday evening.

Unsure of dinner plans etc yet.

Boss

 

[QF1]

Happy to catch up on Sunday

 

[Taezar]

Free Monday for a tea or a coffee if you are.

 

[Katie]

We're around

 

[MissBurrill]

I should be able to make it.

 

[bossreggie]

OK... I have a few people who wish to catch up...

I am not too familiar with BNE.... Does anyone from there want to suggest somewhere for a drink or 2?

(Taezar is in charge of my scones )

I'm happy with somewhere casual, with a nice Sav Blanc, background music, and Benmay!!

Boss

 

[Katie]

Hmmm. I was going to suggest Jade Buddha (b the river) or Cloudland (Valley); the former might be more casual than the latter.
There's also Qessence, but that's about 5kms from the CBD.

Brissie peeps - any other thoughts??

 

[stark]

I really like the laneway bar at Urbane. The Laneway « Urbane

If you're still going into the evening I should be free, busy in the afternoon though.


edit: never mind, it's closed sundays.

 

[QF1]

Jade Buddha / The Villager on George/ the belgian beer cafe are good

 

[amaroo]

How about Berardo's on the Beach Welcome Berardo's Bistro on the Beach, Hastings St Noosa Heads blast, it's being held in BNE not MCY:idea:

Have fun!

 

[bossreggie]

OMG.....

Here is what I'd like.....

AWESOME company.

Great BACKGROUND music.

Some nice "tasting" plates. (No Nuts)

Non stop wine!!

Remember I am not that familiar with BNE... I am kind of hoping we can get a decent group together and just enjoy ourselves.

Boss

 

[stark]

I've heard good things about The Villager on George and Bar Barossa.

The Bavarian beer cafe is a nice spot on the river, not sure what their wines are like though

 

[dougieboy]

My suggestion is Merthyr Bowls, Oxlade Street in New Farm. It overlooks the Brisbane river with decks out the back, flight paths in the distance, and can watch the polite and trendy young metro's play lawn bowls on the green. Good traditional counter meals are provided, alcohol is at the bar, good customer service but certainly not 5 star if one is wanting to make a grand occasion out of it. Not a big fan of booze, usually end up becoming the designated driver! My friends also like the Lime Bar in the Valley, but have never been there myself.

 

[bossreggie]

I am thinking I'm OK with dougieboy's suggestion.

Does everyone know where that is??

I would like to check in at my hotel first then go there.

Thoughts??

Boss

 

[ChrisFlyer]

Although you now seem to have your sights set on New Farm, I have many connections in Brisbane (particularly in Fortitude Valley - the entertainment district) that could help you out on your next visit - just something to keep in mind when you next decide to visit

As to suggestions of other venues (which, again, you may not use during this visit):

-Cloudland is very classy and elegant but without appearing, for the lack of a better word, snobby. Their dress code is strictly enforced after 6pm (so you don't get the 18-21 year-olds sporting t-shirts, ripped jeans and running shoes - but rather people that are at least dressed to smart casual standards at a minimum). They are open during the day as a fine dining restaurant (and bar too - menu on their website), and at night it turns into a very nice club. They can open the ceiling to show the stars, and can also retract it in poor weather... there's an indoor waterfall too They have a VIP room on level 2 which is close to the bar (but also comes with waiter service - usually a $3k min spend, but that can very easily be negotiated to $1.5k for a smaller group)... for larger groups, they also have a private bar and lounge in the basement (very nice indeed). The bar is well-stocked and includes a number of premium spirits and (French) champagnes.
-Lychee Lounge in West End is brilliant for coughtails!!! They have some food too
-Press Club in the Valley is nice with live music (and has a VIP room), though after about 10pm the music is wayyyyyyyyyyy too loud to hear people properly, so not too good if it's background music you're looking for.
-The Brunswick Social is probably the only place in the Valley that has reasonable food until the wee hours (otherwise your only choices are McDonalds, Red Rooster, and the usual kebab/pizza shops), and they also have a bar.

Anyway, just my favourite Brizzy venues in case you were interested! All accept Amex with no surcharge too

 

[vitagen]

As if visit Brisbane before Perth!!

 

[Bundy Bear]

I should be available, I arrive into Brisbane at 6:50am Sunday morning.

I will keep watch on the thread.




Sent from a cool Apple product using Aust Freq Fly app

 

[Taezar]

Love Merthyr Bowls Club! Used to live round the corner from there.
For cool, hip and a little bit quirky, Kerbside is where it is at - East end of Valley a block from James St. www.kerbside.com.au.

 

[bossreggie]

Alrighty.....

I now have VVVIP executive EXTRA VIP transfer from Airport arranged.

Should get to Hilton around noon... Maybe later if I'm calling past CL for a G&T.

I'm flying VA... My first J flight with them. Will be interesting as I am a total nobody with them!! (In a WP way) Was pre-allocated 1C both ways so that is a good start.

I think I'm OK with the Bowls club.... (Do I need my bus pass and "whites")

Will probably have a quiet dinner and then am free on Monday... Flight is 5pm or there abouts.

Look forward to seeing you all.

Boss

Taezar is still on scones BTW

 

[bossreggie]

Although you now seem to have your sights set on New Farm, I have many connections in Brisbane (particularly in Fortitude Valley - the entertainment district) that could help you out on your next visit - just something to keep in mind when you next decide to visit

As to suggestions of other venues (which, again, you may not use during this visit):

-Cloudland is very classy and elegant but without appearing, for the lack of a better word, snobby. Their dress code is strictly enforced after 6pm (so you don't get the 18-21 year-olds sporting t-shirts, ripped jeans and running shoes - but rather people that are at least dressed to smart casual standards at a minimum). They are open during the day as a fine dining restaurant (and bar too - menu on their website), and at night it turns into a very nice club. They can open the ceiling to show the stars, and can also retract it in poor weather... there's an indoor waterfall too They have a VIP room on level 2 which is close to the bar (but also comes with waiter service - usually a $3k min spend, but that can very easily be negotiated to $1.5k for a smaller group)... for larger groups, they also have a private bar and lounge in the basement (very nice indeed). The bar is well-stocked and includes a number of premium spirits and (French) champagnes.
-Lychee Lounge in West End is brilliant for coughtails!!! They have some food too
-Press Club in the Valley is nice with live music (and has a VIP room), though after about 10pm the music is wayyyyyyyyyyy too loud to hear people properly, so not too good if it's background music you're looking for.
-The Brunswick Social is probably the only place in the Valley that has reasonable food until the wee hours (otherwise your only choices are McDonalds, Red Rooster, and the usual kebab/pizza shops), and they also have a bar.

Anyway, just my favourite Brizzy venues in case you were interested! All accept Amex with no surcharge too

You going to be around ChrisCh??